Ideas for Creating Stylish Bedroom Light

Lighting is important in every room

June 22, 2009 - Jessica Ackerman - Wall Decor and Home Accents

Lighting is important in every room in the home, especially in the bedroom. Lighting is necessary for reading, crafting, and romantic candlelit evenings and it can be as stylish as it is practical. Consider the following ideas for creating stylish bedroom lighting, and with candle wall sconces, creatively crafted floor lamps, and store-bought lamps with handcrafted touches, any bedroom can look more appealing and well-decorated. Give these ideas a try, and illuminate your room with style in mind.

Lighting and Mirrors

A bedroom with low levels of lighting can be twice as bright with the addition of stylish wall mirrors. Place a wall mirror in between two windows, and place a lamp on a dresser or cabinet in front of the mirror. The mirror will reflect the light throughout the room and double the amount of lighting for a stylish display that is as functional as it is decorative.

Keep in mind that wall mirrors these days are not just for walls. A framed wall mirror looks stylish and intriguing when placed on a chest of drawers or a cabinet and propped against the wall. A lamp with a decorative base can be placed in front of the mirror for a view that is twice as nice. The details of the base will be visible in the front as well as the back, and the light will be cast throughout the room.

Decorating Plain Lampshades

Ordinary lampshades can be embellished with a designer look without the designer price. Embellishments such as faux gems, glass beads, or even vintage photographs can be attached to ordinary lampshades. Consider the style of the bedroom and embellish a plain lampshade according to the colors and style of the space. Faux gems or glass beads in a rainbow of colors look fantastic when attached to a lamp with contemporary style, and vintage photographs are ideal in a bedroom with old-fashioned charm. Begin by embellishing an inexpensive jar lamp with a basic lampshade before trying something new on a more expensive lamp. You can achieve an interesting and highly decorative look that you will never find in a store.

Consider Black Lampshades

White lampshades have been popular for decades, but black is a fantastic option when decorating a bedroom. Instead of choosing typical white lampshades for bedroom lamps, select stylish black shades. They will block the light from filtering through the shade and cast it downward to the floor. This is ideal when creating a romantic setting or diffused light that will emit a subtle glow around the nearby vicinity.

Stylish Candle Wall Sconces

Candle wall sconces are perfect for decorating a bedroom, especially a bedroom with elegant style. Select two or more candle sconces, and use them to highlight a stunning work of art, or light up a dark corner of the bedroom. Outfit the candles with fragrant candles that will not drip, or the latest and greatest battery-operated varieties. Battery-operated candles are safe to use next to drapery, and they are ideal in a stylish bedroom. They look very realistic, and along with metal candle wall sconces they will add tremendous style and design.

These are just some of the ways of creating stylish lighting in a bedroom. Visit your local lighting store for the latest in fixtures, and shop online for candle wall sconces. You will find a multitude of options, and they all provide very stylish possibilities. Add fragrant candles to create a relaxing mood, and lay back and relax while enjoying the ambient glow of creative bedroom lighting.

Article by Jessica Ackerman of Wall Decor and Home Accents – the place to go for unique large wall artwork , wall decor and home wall art .

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